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Hillel International · 12 hours ago

Chief Program Officer at Michigan Hillel

Ann Arbor, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$110K/yr - $125K/yr

10+ years exp

Hillel International is seeking a Chief Program Officer (CPO) to lead their student life team at Michigan Hillel during a period of transformative growth. The CPO will focus on enhancing student engagement, deepening Jewish identity, and fostering relationships with Israel while overseeing a team dedicated to these goals.

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Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive, multi-pronged strategy to significantly increase student engagement and deepen Jewish identity, specifically by identifying and piloting innovative programmatic, engagement, and peer-to-peer relationship-building opportunities on campus (on and beyond the Hillel premises), establishing clear annual targets for growth

Drive organizational growth by conducting annual performance planning, providing weekly supervision, and facilitating mid-year and full-year reviews

Foster a supportive team culture grounded in Jewish values

Partner with the Director of Development to oversee the preparation of grant reports and funding requests aligned with our programmatic vision and organizational goals

Participate in ongoing Jewish learning and professional development

Serve as Michigan Hillel's trusted resource for Israel education

Direct oversight of Israel engagement, expanding our efforts to strengthen ties between Israel and Michigan students by maintaining consistent Israel programming on campus

Envision and implement strategies to significantly increase student participation in Michigan Hillel's Israel travel programs - Birthright Israel, Onward Israel, Wolverine Impact Israel Trip (U-M Hillel’s volunteer trip), Campus Leaders Trip (for Jewish and non-Jewish students), and launch a new alumni trip

Oversee the design and implementation of immersive experience trips to Israel - serving as lead staff on at least one trip annually, with the capacity to lead a second

Design pre- and post-Israel trip experiences to deepen students' connections to Israel and strengthen Jewish relationships on campus, ensuring 100% post-trip engagement for returning students

Participate in Hillel International’s IACT national cohort

Build deep, personal relationships with Jewish students, serving as a frontline connector to Jewish life on campus

In partnership with key stakeholders, co-create and implement a strategic vision for Jewish student leadership development on campus. This includes identifying and nurturing emerging student leaders, and designing and facilitating comprehensive leadership programming and skill-building opportunities

Advise the student leadership board and student groups to create meaningful Jewish programming for their peers

Provide crucial support and guidance to students facing antisemitism, collaborating with the Chief of Staff to improve reporting and fostering a connection to a supportive community

Ensure all Hillel events are staffed appropriately (immersive experiences, student group events, weekly Shabbat dinners, etc.)

Qualification

Jewish EducationLeadership DevelopmentCommunity BuildingProgram ManagementIsrael EngagementTeam SupervisionSocial Media ProficiencyCommunication SkillsMentorship

Required

Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., Jewish Education, Organizational Leadership, Rabbinic Ordination)

Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience, including demonstrated success in supervising teams, mentorship, and leadership development

Proven success in managing multiple projects without compromising quality and utilizing data for reporting and tracking

Proven success in providing excellent supervision and coaching others to achieve desired outcomes

Proven success in creating structures and opportunities that empower students to take initiative and ownership for their communities

A passion for working with students and fostering their Jewish growth by building deep, personal connections

An awareness of your unique Jewish knowledge and experiences and the ability to serve as a role model to inspire others on their Jewish journey

A proven ability to navigate a campus environment while effectively serving the needs of a highly diverse student population

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and a proven ability to tell compelling stories and speak to diverse audiences, ideally with experience utilizing current social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.)

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, multifaceted environment